Ría Lagartos mangroves
| Ría Lagartos mangroves | |
|---|---|
Ecoregion territory (in red) | |
| Ecology | |
| Realm | Neotropical |
| Biome | Mangroves |
| Borders | |
| Geography | |
| Area | 3,626 km2 (1,400 sq mi) |
| Country | Mexico |
| Coordinates | 21°36′N 88°05′W / 21.6°N 88.08°W |
The Ría Lagartos mangroves ecoregion (WWF ID: NT1430) covers mangrove habitats of along the northern coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, including the Ria Lagartos Lagoon ('Ria' meaning lagoon). A prominent section of the ecoregion is covered by the Ría Lagartos Biosphere Reserve. The site is an important area for migratory birds, fish, and sea turtles.